insert_link South Africa Business Unity South Africa has called on president Cyril Ramaphosa to implement plans Business Unity South Africa has called on president Cyril Ramaphosa to implement plans from his Opening of Parliament Address. CEO Khulekani Mathe emphasised the need for inclusive and transformational growth, amid high unemployment at 32.9-percent. He stressed the importance of job security and urged the government of national unity to address local government challenges: todayJuly 23, 2024 11
insert_link Namibia Katutura’s Residents Escalate Complaint Over Illegal Electricity Meter Blockages Katutura's Residents Committee has elevated their complaint against the City of Windhoek to the Electricity Control Board. Shaun Gariseb, a member of the committee, alleges continued unlawful blockages of electricity meters. todayJuly 23, 2024 11
insert_link World Harris Says Biden’s legacy “unmatched in modern history” US Vice President, Kamala Harris has said Joe Biden's legacy of accomplishments is 'unmatched in modern history". She spoke at an event at the White House - her first public comments since Biden said he would not seek re-election. Nick Harper reports from Washington. todayJuly 23, 2024 17
insert_link 3 6 Business / Economics Ohlthaver & List Group to End Franchise Agreement with Pick n Pay South Africa by next year The Ohlthaver & List Group announced plans to terminate its franchise agreement with Pick n Pay South Africa by 30 June 2025. Through WUM Properties, O&L operates 19 Pick n Pay stores in Namibia. This move aligns with O&L Group’s Vision 2029 aspirations, the company stated in a media release. Sven Thieme: Group executive chairman. todayJuly 23, 2024 38 6 3
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Katutura Residents Committee Demands Action from City of Windhoek Over Electricity Blockage In a recent development, the Katutura Residents Committee, represented by member Shaun Gariseb, has intensified their efforts to address what they describe as unlawful electricity meter blockages by the City of Windhoek. The committee's frustrations stem from the city's failure to respond to their concerns within the designated 48-hour period, prompting further legal action. On Monday morning, July 22nd, Gariseb disclosed that the City of Windhoek had not adhered […] todayJuly 23, 2024 7
insert_link World U.S Secret Service chief grilled over Trump assassination attempt US Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle has told a Capitol Hill committee that the attempted assissation of Donald Trump was the agency's "most significant operational failure". She's been grilled by Republican lawmakers about the attack, with accusations the Secret Service has "become the face of incompetence". Director Chealte spoke about the assassination attempt in her opening statement. todayJuly 23, 2024 14
insert_link South Africa S.A’s President Cyril Ramaphosa has cautioned EFF leader Julius Malema to focus on constructive debate S.A's President, Cyril Ramaphosa has cautioned EFF leader Julius Malema to focus on constructive debate rather than playing him as the main man. In response to Malema's remarks during the opening of Parliament address debate, Ramaphosa accused Malema of being misinformed about the history of the mining sector, including the National Union of Mineworkers. He emphasised a development-focused mindset for progress: todayJuly 23, 2024 10
insert_link Namibia Walvis Bay’s Municipality Denies Allegations of Withholding Information in RedForce Investigation Walvis Bay municipality has refuted claims by its former legal representative, Metcalfe Beukes Attorneys, that crucial information was withheld during the RedForce debt collection investigation. The law firm terminated its services, citing blocked access to essential emails from January to May 2023. The municipality asserted it fully cooperated, including providing email access and arranging interviews. Despite the law firm's unexpected withdrawal, the municipality maintained that the investigation was never halted. todayJuly 23, 2024 18
insert_link Namibia Inspector General of the Namibian Police Force urged police officers to refrain from issuing tickets to road users Inspector General of the Namibian Police Force, Joseph Shikongo, urged police officers to refrain from issuing tickets to road users, but rather give them warnings and educate them. todayJuly 23, 2024 21
